55 Gallon Drums

Browse our online inventory and find your nearest warehouse among our coast to coast locations! The Cary Company offers plastic and steel 55 gallon drums with removable lids and without. Drums without removable lids are called tight heads because, apart from fittings, they have closed tops. Our 55 gallon tight heads include 55 Gallon Tight Head Carbon Steel Drums, 55 Gallon Tight Head Stainless Steel Drums, and 55 Gallon Tight Head Plastic Drums.

Choosing between a new and reconditioned drum depends on your application. New drums are brand-new items, perfect for products whose containers need to maintain their integrity, such as consumables or hazardous materials. This is why our 55 Gallon Steel Salvage & Overpack Drums and Plastic Salvage & Overpack Drums, used for handling hazardous or damaged materials and waste, are primarily new. Reconditioned drums are generally not FDA-approved, but they can be used to store and transport chemicals.

However, reconditioned 55 gallon drums are affordable, used drums that have been cleaned and inspected for reuse! Looking for used 55 gallon metal drums for sale? At the fraction of the price of a new drum, reconditioned 55 gallon drums help reduce the need for new drum production while still serving as dependable containers.

Depending on your application, you may prefer a drum with a removable lid. Our 55 Gallon Open Head Carbon Steel Drums, 55 Gallon Open Head Stainless Steel Drums, and 55 Gallon Open Head Plastic Drums have a removable lid and various closures. For built-in lids, shop 55 gallon tight heads drums.

Filter through our product attributes to find the exact 55 gallon drum you are looking for:

- Condition: Choose between new or reconditioned drums, used and restored for reuse. 

- Promotions: Enjoy 55 gallon drums on clearance!

- Availability: Want your 55 gallon drums delivered fast? Shop in-stock items only to decrease lead times and avoid waiting for backordered items.

- Product Type: Browse by popular 55 gallon drum styles and applications.

- Color: Our 55 gallon drums are available in 15+ colors, from popular blue, black, and gray, to hazardous yellow, to unique hues perfect for organization.

- Material: The Cary Company’s 55 gallon drums are primarily made of steel (carbon, stainless, or galvanized), fiber, and plastic (HDPE or HMWPE).

- UN Rated: Certain hazardous materials require UN Rated drums. The rating of the drum should reflect the need of the product. Learn more in our guide to UN Rating codes.

- UN Rating Liquid: Liquid UN Ratings include information about hydrostatic test pressure for liquid 55 gallon applications.

- UN Rating Solid: Solid Un Ratings include information about maximum gross mass for solid 55 gallon applications.

- Drum Capacity (Lbs.): A drum’s capacity refers to the weight it can hold within.

- Lining: Browse 55 gallon drums with linings that strengthen the bulk container to match your application.

- Closure: Open head 55 gallon drums are available with no covers or covers with various closures.

- Cover Material: The material of your 55 gallon drum’s cover can help find the best item for your application.

- Fittings: A drum fitting, like a bottle’s thread, is the industry-standard term identifying its openings or mouths. Accessories need to be compatible with the 55 gallon drum’s fitting in order to work optimally.

- Gasket: A drum’s gasket is a ring-shaped seal that fits around the drum’s lid, preventing leaks and helping achieve an airtight close. Gaskets can be made of different materials and have varying properties, such as FDA-compatibility.

The Cary Company’s extensive selection is expertly organized into an easy-to-shop online inventory. From product packaging to bulk shipping and everything in between, we offer the largest selection of industrial containers for your industry needs. Enjoy competitive pricing and quality assurance, shipped to you from warehouses located across the nation! Our team of experts is eager to assist you in choosing the right container, answering any questions, and guiding you through your purchase. Call us now at 630.629.6600.